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Alta U16M Specifications
| As low as: $9,896 US, $10,995 Intl** |
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The Alta U16M uses a very large format 16-megapixel full frame sensor with microlensing and anti-blooming gates, ideal for applications requiring large field of view, such as sky surveys and radiology.
- 4096 x 4096 array, 9 x 9 micron pixels
- 5 MHz 12-bit and 1 MHz 16-bit digitization
- 32 Mbyte camera memory
- USB 2.0 interface: no plug in cards or external controllers
- Programmable, intelligent cooling to 40º C below ambient
- Binning up to 8 Horizontal x 4095 Vertical
- Subarray readout and fast sequencing modes
- Precision time delayed integration readout
- Programmable fan speed for low / zero vibration
- Two serial port outputs for control of peripheral devices
- General purpose programmable I/O port
- External triggering and strobe controls
- ActiveX drivers included with every system (other software sold separately)
- Field upgradeable firmware
- Self-test capability with data simulators
- Fused silica windows
- Runs from single 12V supply with input voltage monitor
- Compact enclosure
- Programmable status indicators
MaxIm DL/CCD and CCDSoft software packages are offered at special prices when purchased at the same time as a camera system.
| CCD Specifications |
| CCD | |
| Array Size (pixels) | 4096 x 4096 |
| Pixel Size (microns) | 9 x 9 |
| Imaging area (mm) (mm2) | 38.86 x 38.86 (1359) |
| Imaging diagonal (mm) | 52.13 |
| Lnear Full Well (typical) | 100,000 e¯ |
| Dynamic Range | 76 dB |
| QE at 400 nm | 38% |
| Peak QE (580, 660 nm) | 61% |
| Anti-Blooming Factor | >400X |
| Fill Factor | 90% |
| Camera System Performance |
| PC Interface | USB 2.0 |
| Cable length | Standard: 15 feet (4.5 m) |
| Max. Cable Length | 5 meters between hubs; 5 hubs maximum; max. total of 30m |
| Digital resolution | 12 bits at 5 MHz; 16 bits at 1 MHz |
| System Noise (typical) | 9 e¯ at 1 MHz; 2 counts at 5 MHz |
| Pixel Binning | 1 x 1 to 8 x 4096 |
| Exposure Time | 30 milliseconds to 183 minutes (2.56 microsecond increments) |
| Image Sequencing | Up to 65,535 images (software programmable) |
| Frame Sizes | Full frame, subframe, focus mode |
| Cooling (typical) | Thermoelectric cooler with forced air. Maximum cooling 40º C below ambient. Optional liquid circulation adapter. |
| Dark Current (typical) | <1 e¯/pixel/sec (-20º C) |
| Temperature Stability | ± 0.1º C |
| Camera Head Size | D7. Aluminum, hard blue anodized. 7” x 7” x 2.55” (17.8 x 17.8 x 6.48 cm.) Weight 4.2 lb. (1.9 kg.) |
| Mounting | 5.125” bolt circle. Optional Nikon F-mount adapter. |
| Back Focal Distance | 1.025” (2.60 cm) [optical] |
| Operating Environment | Temperature: -22º C to 27º C. Relative humidity: 10 to 90% nonconsdensing. |
| Power | 40W max with shutter open and cooling max. Supplied by AC/DC “brick” power supply with int’l AC input plug. Alternate 12V input from user’s source. |
| Shutter | Melles Griot 63mm |
| External Triggering | LVTTL input through miniDIN8 connector; exposure starts within 25 microseconds of rising edge of trigger (see programmer’s guide) |
CCD Sensitivity
** All special prices are 100% prepaid, direct sales only.
For non-USA customers, please consult your local dealer or Apogee if there is no representative in your area.
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